The breakfast is being held in conjunction with the nation’s 61st observance of the National Day of P r a y e r.

The program will feature various individuals leading invocations for different aspects of the community. In addition, the program will feature music from Paul Williams and the Victory Trio, a Dove Award and Grammy-nominated gospel group.

“This breakfast is a time where our city can be strengthened and refreshed as we face the challenges that presents to us,” said Phillips. The breakfast buffet serving line will begin at 6:45 a.m., with music beginning at 7 a.m., and the program starting at 7:20 a.m.

Advance tickets are $11 and are available at the main desk at City Hall, 225 W. Center St.; the Parks and Recreation office at the Civic Auditorium, 1550 Fort Henry Drive; or the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce, 400 Clinchfield St., Suite 100.